Special needs support Assistant - Staffordshire

TeacherActive; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Staffordshire is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Support Assistant to support a student with SEMH needs. This full-time position offers competitive pay rates and excellent support from the school's leadership team. Ideal candidates will have experience with children facing trauma and be adaptable to various situations.

Benefits

Dedicated team of consultants available 24/7

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD courses and certificates

Market-leading pay rates

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma is highly desirable.
• Confident in managing complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Adapting to various situations as required.

Skills

Experience with children

Managing complex needs

Adaptability

Job description

Special Needs Support Assistant - Staffordshire

Position Details

1. Start Date: ASAP until the end of the summer period
2. Full-time role
3. Pay rates vary between GBP (Apply online only) per day, depending on experience and qualifications

About the Role

TeacherActive is partnering with a mainstream secondary school in Staffordshire to recruit a Special Needs Support Assistant. The role involves supporting a student with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Experience working with children who have experienced trauma is highly desirable. The ideal candidate should be confident in managing complex needs and adaptable.

Additional Information

The position is available for immediate start and continues through to the end of the academic year, with potential extension into the next year. The school’s leadership team offers excellent support in a positive environment. TeacherActive has a proven track record of supplying suitable candidates.

Note: Interviews are being held online. Apply as soon as possible!

Benefits

• 24/7 support from dedicated consultants for onboarding
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD courses and certificates via My-Progression
• Market-leading pay rates
• Referral scheme: earn up to GBP 100 for referring a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

Additional Information

Our staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct TAX and National Insurance contributions, with no admin charges deducted from your pay.

Application Process

If interested, contact Ayla Ata at (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed). All applicants will be contacted for suitability assessment and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration includes an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and professional references.

We offer a wide range of opportunities in educational settings, with competitive rates and flexible timings. Our standards are highly regarded, and we are committed to matching the right staff to the right environments.

Equal Opportunities

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business for temporary or contract staffing services.